Today's Meditation

From The Upper Room The World's Most Widely Read Daily Devotional Guide

Read Psalm 112

[The righteous] are not afraid of evil tidings; their hearts are firm, secure in the Lord.

-Psalm 112:7 (NRSV)

LISTENING to news reports about war, terrorism, and natural disasters, we may find life disturbing. Added to these, news of theft, murder, deception, child abuse, and pornography bombards our minds. We can only wonder why God has not given up on humanity.

Then, we pick up The Upper Room daily devotional guide. As we glance through our copy of this little book, we see writings from Christians all over the world. We do not have to feel discouraged and frightened; we are surrounded by a vast Christian family. I find comfort in knowing that Jesus Christ still lives in the hearts of people everywhere and that believers all around the world see God at work where they are.

Our world is huge, but our Christian family is only a prayer away. After reading The Upper Room meditation each day, I pray for the writer and the writer's family and community. What a comfort to know that God's people are connected even in these disturbing times!

Marta Strong

(North Carolina, USA)

Prayer: Lord, thank you for those who remind us of your presence and work. Amen.

Thought for the day: In these pages, Christians all over the world remind us that God is alive and well and working on planet Earth.